On 20 January 2026, ZICTIA held an internal briefing session to receive a detailed presentation from FINSYS Limited on the ICT Infrastructure Masterplan for Zanzibar. The Masterplan proposes a transformative roadmap for digital development, incorporating organizational modernization, resilient and scalable digital connectivity, and priority ICT initiatives such as the International Telecommunication Gateway. It also emphasizes innovation and startup enablement through strategic stakeholder partnerships, positioning Zanzibar to harness emerging technologies and unlock new digital value chains.
The session, chaired by Director General Eng. Shukuru Awadh Suleiman and attended by ZICTIA management, underscored ZICTIA’s commitment to strengthening the national digital ecosystem and advancing Zanzibar’s technology leadership. The engagement marks a significant milestone in shaping a future-ready ICT environment capable of supporting economic diversification, digital inclusion, and long-term technological competitiveness.